Shop Maryland Energy Weekend Feb. 15-Feb. 17 In Howard County

During the annual Shop Maryland Energy weekend, consumers do not pay the state's 6 percent sales tax on qualify ENERGY STAR appliances.

Giant Cabbage Earns Award For Columbia Kid With A Green Thumb

Nine-year-old Marco Platino has earned $1,000 for growing a huge cabbage through the Bonnie Plants Cabbage Program.

Lawn Fertilizer With Some Elements Banned In MD Starting Nov. 16

Maryland's Lawn Fertilizer Law takes effect Nov. 16, prohibiting the use of fertilizer containing phosphorus and nitrogen until Feb. 29.

Free Trees Available to Howard County Residents

Howard Hughes Corporation and Arbor Day Foundation Expand Tree Canopies

BGE Will Pay You For Old AC Units, Dehumidifiers In Columbia

The Columbia Association will be giving away LED bulbs at the event, where people can get rewarded for disposing of appliances.

HoCoMD.cc: Columbia farm to become Community Ecology Center

The Community Ecology Institute has until May 15 to raise $300,000 to buy this farm

Free Trees Available to Howard County Residents

The Howard Hughes Corporation Hopes to Foster "Green" Neighborhoods

Historic Ellicott City Annual Decorator Show House Announced

-- Local Designers to Showcase Their Talents –

The Howard Hughes Corporation is Offering 200 Free Trees

Arbor Day Foundation program helps expand tree canopies in Howard County.

Columbia BikeAbout Returns On Saturday, September 23

This year’s route is 10 miles long and winds through the villages of Owen Brown, Oakland Mills and Long Reach.

GreenFest To Go On Rain Or Shine In Columbia

The eco festival includes everything from free paper shredding to live reptile presentations.

10 Villages Participating In Columbia Cleanup Day

Volunteers can show up at the meeting locations. Nine villages will work from 9 a.m. to noon, while Kings Contrivance is 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Eclipse, 'Snow Moon' and Comet Coming To Maryland Skies

Stargazers are in for a treat Friday and Saturday with the arrival of a lunar eclipse, full moon and comet.

Howard County Starts Phase 2 Of Blandair Park

Blandair Park construction project will begin on February 2 and will be completed by mid-summer.

Deer Join 5K at Howard Community College in Columbia: Video

Wildlife joined in the Howard Community College 5K Challenge race on Sunday.

Howard County Under Heat Advisory on Tuesday

Temps will feel like 106 degrees Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service. Stay hydrated and indoors when possible.

Water Rescue Reported in Howard County During Thunderstorm

First responders came to the rescue of people in a vehicle stuck in high water Monday evening.

Heat Advisory Issued for Howard County

Stay cool, HoCo! It may feel like 105 degrees today.

Flash Flood Emergency Declared in Parts of Maryland: National Weather Service

Six Maryland counties are under a flash flood warning, while two jurisdictions have declared a flash flood emergency.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch in Effect

The National Weather Service has put the Baltimore-Washington area on alert for potential storms, extreme heat.

Howard County Under Code Orange Air Quality Alert

Those sensitive to air quality should avoid strenuous activities, outdoor exercise.

Severe Thunderstorms Possible in Maryland on Monday: National Weather Service

There are 22 jurisdictions in Maryland under a severe thunderstorm watch.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning in Effect for 3 Counties

Anne Arundel, Howard and Prince George's counties may experience falling trees, strong winds and hail, weather officials advise.

Bear Climbs Behind Officer's Back in Maryland Park: VIDEO

Over the Fourth of July weekend, a Maryland Natural Resources Police officer was on camera as a black bear climbed around behind her.

Howard County Surveys Tornado Aftermath

State and county officials toured storm damage, from Columbia to Woodbine.

Tornado Touched Down in Howard County: National Weather Service

A tornado traveled more than 12 miles in HoCo on Tuesday afternoon, weather officials reported.

Tornado Warning in Effect for Howard, Baltimore Counties

Get indoors if possible; the National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning.

Air Quality Alert Issued for Howard County

Pollution concentrations may impact sensitive groups, Maryland Department of the Environment reports.

Flash Flood Watch Includes Howard County

The National Weather Service has issued a weather alert for Howard and several other counties.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Howard County

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Howard County Monday evening.

Weekend Weather Timeline: Rain and Storms, But Not For Long

Maryland forecast: We'll get a break from our extended dry spell to end the week, but things are looking up for the rest of the weekend.

Sunshine and 80 Degrees: Howard Weather Forecast

This week's weather offers the spring we've been waiting for. Here's the latest forecast for the area, from the National Weather Service.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Howard

Damaging winds greater than 60 mph are possible with this storm, according to the National Weather Service.

Freezing Nights Ahead: Maryland Weather

Temperatures expected to drop as the week begins, according to the National Weather Service. Here's the latest forecast.

Howard County Under Wind Advisory on Monday

Scattered power outages, tree line damage are possible Monday, the National Weather Service advises.

Easter Weekend Weather Forecast in Columbia

There's rain between now and then, but will the skies clear for spring's first full weekend? Here's the easter weekend forecast.

Fireworks to Go Off in Clarksville Wednesday: HCDFRS

Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services says not to be alarmed by loud noises, smoke on Wednesday.

Snow/Rain Mix Timeline: Maryland Weather

When will the snow start? How much are we going to see? And what about the Monday commute?! Answers here.

Bluebirds Pose for Camera in Columbia

A Columbia photographer gives viewers a glimpse into his backyard.

March Snowfall Totals in Columbia

How much snow did Columbia get? Tell us if you measured!